18278199. ELECTRONIC DEVICE simplified abstract (Semiconductor Energy Laboratory Co., Ltd.)
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ELECTRONIC DEVICE
Organization Name
Semiconductor Energy Laboratory Co., Ltd.
Inventor(s)
Hiromichi Godo of Isehara (JP)
Yoshiyuki Kurokawa of Sagamihara (JP)
Kouhei Toyotaka of Isehara (JP)
Hidefumi Rikimaru of Tama (JP)
ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18278199 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE
Simplified Explanation:
This patent application describes an electronic device with eye tracking capabilities, including a display device and an optical system. The device uses light-emitting elements and a sensor to track the movement of a user's eyes.
- The electronic device includes a display device with a first light-emitting element, a second light-emitting element, a sensor portion, and a driver circuit portion.
- The sensor portion contains a light-receiving element that detects light emitted by the first and second light-emitting elements.
- The first light-emitting element emits either infrared or visible light, while the second light-emitting element emits light of a different color.
- The light-receiving element detects the light reflected by the user's eyeball, allowing for eye tracking functionality.
- The first and second light-emitting elements are positioned in the same layer as the sensor portion, enabling accurate eye tracking.
Potential Applications:
1. Eye tracking technology for user interface interactions in electronic devices. 2. Biometric security applications for authentication and access control. 3. Assistive technology for individuals with disabilities to control devices using eye movements.
Problems Solved:
1. Improved user experience through intuitive eye tracking features. 2. Enhanced security measures with biometric eye tracking authentication. 3. Accessibility for individuals with limited mobility to interact with electronic devices.
Benefits:
1. Enhanced user interaction and control of electronic devices. 2. Increased security and privacy with biometric eye tracking. 3. Improved accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
Commercial Applications:
The technology can be utilized in smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices to enhance user experience, security, and accessibility features. This innovation has the potential to revolutionize the way users interact with technology and improve overall device functionality.
Questions about Eye Tracking Technology:
1. How does eye tracking technology improve user experience in electronic devices? 2. What are the potential security applications of biometric eye tracking technology?
Original Abstract Submitted
An electronic device having an eye tracking function is provided. The electronic device includes a display device and an optical system. The display device includes a first light-emitting element, a second light-emitting element, a sensor portion, and a driver circuit portion. The sensor portion includes a light-receiving element. The first light-emitting element has a function of emitting infrared light or visible light. The second light-emitting element has a function of emitting light of a color different from that of light emitted from the first light-emitting element. When the first light-emitting element emits infrared light, the light-receiving element has a function of detecting the infrared light that is emitted from the first light-emitting element and reflected by an eyeball of a user. When the first light-emitting element emits visible light, the light-receiving element has a function of detecting the visible light that is emitted from the first light-emitting element and reflected by the eyeball of the user. The first light-emitting element and the second light-emitting element are placed in one layer. The layer where the first light-emitting element and the second light-emitting element are positioned overlaps with the sensor portion.
